Honoring Martin Luther King Jr’s Legacy: No Celebration Without Legislation

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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr’s Legacy: No Celebration Without Legislation
Monday, January 17, 2022

(YWCA USA) Today, as we honor the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to the American Civil Rights Movement, we cannot uplift his legacy without recognizing the work of the countless people who came before, during, and after his time who also demanded that America keep its promise of freedom, justice, and dignity for… Continue Reading Honoring Martin Luther King Jr’s Legacy: No Celebration Without Legislation

What racial healing means to us
Wednesday, January 12, 2022

To commemorate this year’s National Day of Racial Healing, the Equity Institute team considered the concept of Racial Healing and how it guides our work. Here, members of our team offer thoughts on healing, anti-racism, and justice. We invite you to share with us, what does racial healing mean to you?  Eileen Hogan Heineman: For… Continue Reading What racial healing means to us

Advancing women of color in the tech industry: Interview with Dr. Chandra Erdman
Monday, January 10, 2022

The tech industry is known for its high-paying jobs, exciting innovations, and an extreme lack of diversity. Among all women employed in computer science occupations, only 12% are Black or Latinx women. The median salaries in the tech industry are more than double the median salaries in other industries. The intense competition for tech industry… Continue Reading Advancing women of color in the tech industry: Interview with Dr. Chandra Erdman